Mount Rinjani Trekking - Lombok

At 3,726 metres, Rinjani is the second highest mountain in Indonesia outside of Papua. It is very climbable by visitors with a high level of physical fitness. Critical is to understand and respect this great mountain: sadly, visitors have died here through failing to follow sensible procedures and make all necessary preparations.

Few actually make the very strenuous effort required to reach the actual summit but instead stop at the crater rim (approx 2,700 m) where the views of the crater lake are mind blowing. To make the extra 1,000 metre ascent to the very top requires a considerably higher level of fitness, not to mention strength of spirit and sense of adventure.

Typically, a trek to the crater rim involves two days and one night on the mountain. The longer ascent to the summit can be done with just one night''s camping but is often part of a longer trek of 3-4 days and two or three nights.

For all but the most experienced and well prepared mountaineers, you will need to climb Rinjani with the services of a professional guide - but bear in mind that the guides themselves are not subject to any kind of certification requirements. Pay close attention to the guidelines below and do not underestimate the dangers. Tourists do die on these peaks, even those led by supposed "guides".

Proper sturdy climbing/hiking boots are an absolute necessity as is a substantial waterproof, windproof jacket, and a head lamp. If you are going to the top, use of poles (walking sticks) for getting through the scree (loose rock) at the top is highly recommended. By 2000m, you will feel like you are not in the tropics any more as rising wet, hot air loses its temperature and falls as rain. If it is wet and your bottom layer is cotton, you will be in trouble already. Air temperatures towards the summit are as low as 4°C, often with a significant extra wind chill factor. You must prepare accordingly.more info visit : www.info2lombok.com / www.lombokdetours.com